Hand Forged Damascus Deep Gut Hook Knife. D158

Handmade custom forged Real 1095N Carbon Steel Damascus Skinner Knife. The edge is rigid and has no flexibility or spring.  No two Damascus knives are the same, all have different layer designs. Beautiful Wood custom bolsters with a traditional slight curve featuring a two-tone wood stain finish with exposed back bolster ring, the blade has a deep drip wave pattern, a full tang, the Blade measures 4.0" with a total overall length of 8.0", and comes with a leather sheath.  When it's gone it's gone.  Damascus is a mixture of 1095 and 15N20, with some nickel they are heated and then folded over and over to get the desired layers. The blade is burned in acid and it turns the layers into different colors. The layering process also results in a blade that is harder and more durable than a single type of steel. Tempered and hardened to a 58-60 HRC. The deep raindrop wave pattern in this Damascus steel is exceptional a stunning display of motion and energy, with the swirling lines creating a s